The medium ruby-colored 2007 Tempranillo (88%)-Grenache (7%)-Viognier (5%) spent 10 months in 24% new Hungarian oak with the balance in seasoned French and Hungarian oak. It emits a beautiful aromatic array of cigar box, Asian spices, olives, rhubarb, and black cherry. Ripe, smooth, and savory on the palate, this refined, medium-bodied offering will provide considerable pleasure over the next 4-5 years. It over-delivers in a big way. Yalumba has devoted considerable effort to bringing out the best in Viognier.Importer: Negociants USA, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 359-0993

The 2006 Tempranillo (90%) – Grenache (5%) – Viognier (5%) is purple-colored with aromas of toasty oak, black cherry, and blackberry. This leads to a firm, medium-bodied wine with light tannins, intense flavors, and enough structure to evolve for 2-3 years. Drink it over the next 6-8 years. Importer: Negociants USA, Napa, CA; www.yalumba.com; Also tasted: 2005 Tempranillo-Grenache-Viognier “TGV” (88), 2005 Mourvedre-Grenache-Shiraz (89)